Woodworm Treatment in Coleraine

Coleraine Property Preservation provides expert timber treatment services to eradicate woodworm, dry rot, and wet rot across Coleraine and Northern Ireland. With over 35 years of experience, our fully qualified team offers effective, long-term solutions to protect the structural integrity of your home or commercial property.

Woodworm Treatment in Northern Ireland

The most common timber pest in Northern Ireland is the Common Furniture Beetle (Anobium punctatum). These beetles lay eggs in seasoned timber, which hatch within 3–4 weeks. The larvae bore deep into the wood, often for 3 to 5 years, before emerging through small circular holes between April and September.

Signs of Woodworm:

Tiny, round exit holes in timber
Fine powder (frass) around or beneath wood
Damaged or weakened timber structures

Our Treatment Process:

Inspection: We first determine whether the infestation is active. Old, inactive infestations with no damage typically do not require treatment.

Application: If active, we apply a third-generation microemulsion insecticide, designed for deep penetration and complete eradication.

Repair: If structural damage is found, we carry out localised timber repairs. In severe cases, we recommend consultation with a structural engineer.

Insecticide Benefits:

Excellent penetration into timber

Non-flammable, low odour, and water-based

Effective against all wood-boring insects

One-hour re-entry time

Biodegradable and non-hazardous surfactants

Dry Rot Treatment

Dry rot is caused by the fungus Serpula lacrymans, which thrives in damp, poorly ventilated conditions. It can spread rapidly through timber and even across masonry.

Common Signs of Dry Rot:

Cracking and shrinking of timber
Fungal growth or fruiting bodies
Damp or musty smell

Our Treatment Process:

Identify and eliminate the source of moisture.
Promote rapid drying through ventilation and heating.
Remove infected timbers and replace with pre-treated wood.
Apply a masonry fungicide to adjacent timbers and masonry.

Fungicide Advantages:

Broad-spectrum effectiveness
Low odour and non-corrosive
Truly water-based with no petroleum solvents
Contains I.P.B.C. for strong fungal control

Wet Rot Treatment

Wet rot, caused by the fungus Coniophora puteana, is a slower, localised form of timber decay. It typically appears in persistently damp environments but does not spread through masonry like dry rot.

Signs of Wet Rot:

Dark, softened, or crumbling wood
Affected areas feel damp
Linear cracking along the grain

Treatment:

Remove the source of moisture
Cut out and replace all decayed timber
Chemical treatment is not usually required unless moisture persists

Contact us for help with Woodworm or Rot Issues

Whether you're dealing with woodworm, dry rot, or wet rot, Coleraine Property Preservation is here to help. Get in touch today to book a professional survey and protect your property for the future.

CALL 07850 456 689